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Gigabyte GA-970-GAMING Ultra Durable Desktop Motherboard AMD 970

SKU GA-970-GAMING
Brand Gigabyte
  • AMD Socket AM3+ AMD A
  • PC ATX AMD 970 7.1 channels
  • DDR3-SDRAM DIMM
  • SSD SATA
  • BIOS type: UEFI AMI ACPI version: 5.0
  • Gigabit Ethernet
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Key specifications

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Processor manufacturer
AMD
Processor socket
Socket AM3+
Compatible processor series
AMD A
System bus rate
5.2 GT/s
Supported processor sockets
Socket AM3, Socket AM3+
Supported memory types
DDR3-SDRAM

Product details

GIGABYTE GA-970-GAMING. Processor manufacturer: AMD, Processor socket: Socket AM3+, Compatible processor series: AMD A. Supported memory types: DDR3-SDRAM, Memory slots type: DIMM, Memory channels: Dual-channel. Supported storage drive interfaces: SATA, Supported storage drive types: SSD, RAID levels: 0, 1, 5, 10, JBOD. USB connector type: USB Type-A, USB Type-C. Ethernet interface type: Gigabit Ethernet

Processor

Processor manufacturerAMD
Processor socketSocket AM3+
Compatible processor seriesAMD A
System bus rate5.2 GT/s
Supported processor socketsSocket AM3, Socket AM3+

Memory

Supported memory typesDDR3-SDRAM
Memory slots typeDIMM
Memory channelsDual-channel
Supported memory clock speeds1066,1333,1600,1866,2000 MHz
Supported memory module capacities1GB, 2GB, 4GB, 8GB, 16GB, 32GB

Storage controllers

Supported storage drive typesSSD
Supported storage drive interfacesSATA
RAID levels0, 1, 5, 10, JBOD

Internal I/O

USB 2.0 connectors12
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) connectors4
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) connectors1
Number of SATA connectors6
S/PDIF out connectorYes
CPU fan connectorYes

Rear panel I/O ports

USB 2.0 ports quantity12
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity1
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports1
PS/2 ports quantity1
Microphone inYes
S/PDIF out portYes
Serial ports quantity1
USB connector typeUSB Type-A, USB Type-C

Network

Ethernet LANYes
Ethernet interface typeGigabit Ethernet

Features

Motherboard chipsetAMD 970
Motherboard southbridgeAMD SB950
Audio output channels7.1 channels
Component forPC
Motherboard form factorATX
Motherboard chipset familyAMD
Power source typeATX
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 10 Education, Windows 10 Education x64, Windows 10 Enterprise, Windows 10 Enterprise x64, Windows 10 Home, Windows 10 Home x64, Windows 10 Pro, Windows 10 Pro x64, Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 7 Enterprise x64, Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows 8, Windows 8 Enterprise, Windows 8 Enterprise x64, Windows 8 Pro, Windows 8 Pro x64, Windows 8 x64, Windows 8.1, Windows 8.1 Enterprise, Windows 8.1 Enterprise x64, Windows 8.1 Pro, Windows 8.1 Pro x64, Windows 8.1 x64

Expansion slots

PCI Express x1 slots2
PCI Express x16 slots1
PCI slots2

BIOS

BIOS typeUEFI AMI
ACPI version5.0

Weight & dimensions

Width244 mm
Height305 mm

Packaging content

Bundled softwareNorton® Internet Security (OEM version)

Description

Fast USB 3.1 Solution The latest USB 3.1 offers a staggering 10Gb/s transfer speed, 2x faster than USB 3.0 and backward compatibility with existing USB devices. Fast Onboard Storage with 10 Gb/s M.2 GIGABYTE M.2 solution offers considerably faster storage performance and support for both PCIe and SATA interface for M.2 SSD devices. 2-Way CrossFire™ Multi-Graphics Multi-graphics configuration offers better graphics performance for gaming enthusiasts who demand the highest frame rates without compromising on resolution. Industry Leading Ultra Durable™ PCIe Metal Shielding The innovative one piece stainless steel shielding design from GIGABYTE reinforces the PCIe connectors to provide the extra strength required to support heavy graphics cards. High Definition Audio Design The Realtek ALC1150 is a high-performance multi-channel high definition audio codec that delivers an exceptional audio listening experience with up to 115dB SNR, ensuring users get the best possible audio quality from their PC. High Quality audio capacitors deliver the highest quality sound resolution and sound expansion to create the most realistic sound effects for professional gamers. Ambient LED GIGABYTE motherboards feature LED lighting for the audio guard path, providing a cool, custom look to your rig. Not only does the Audio Noise Guard protect the board's sensitive analog audio components, but its LEDs can also be programed to beat at the rhythm of the music you are listening to, or pulse at a soothing pace to create a great atmosphere to enhance the environment of your game, movie or music. * The below photos are for reference only. Customizable + Users can choose audio quality based on individual listening preferences. + Wide availability of additional OP-AMPs. Low Cost way to dramatically improve audio quality + Improve audio dynamics and overall sound-quality with little cost. + No need for expensive speakers or high-end audio equipment. Exclusive onboard 'Gain Boost' selector switches + Select either standard 2.5x or high-amplification 6x mode. + 6x mode is ideal for high impedance speakers and headphones Clean, low-noise power for your Digital-to-Analog Audio converter GIGABYTE USB DAC-UP provides clean, noise-free power delivery to your Digital-to-Analog Converter. DACs can be sensitive to fluctuations in power from the other USB ports, which is why GIGABYTE USB DAC-UP takes advantage of an isolated power source that minimizes potential fluctuations and ensures the best audio experience possible. Killer™ E2200 Gaming Network GIGABYTE G1™ Gaming motherboards feature the Killer™ E2200, a high-performance, adaptive gigabit Ethernet controller that offers better online gaming and online media performance compared to standard solutions. GIGABYTE Patented DualBIOS™ (UEFI) Design GIGABYTE Ultra Durable™ motherboards feature GIGABYTE DualBIOS™, an exclusive technology from GIGABYTE that protects arguably one of your PC's most crucial components, the BIOS. GIGABYTE DualBIOS™ means that your motherboard has both a 'Main BIOS' and a 'Backup BIOS', making users protected from BIOS failure due to virus attack, hardware malfunction, improper OC settings or power failure during the update process.

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